A traffic collision occurred today at the intersection of Avenue 244 and Road 204 in Lindsay, CA, involving two vehicles: a white Toyota Camry and a parked school bus. The incident took place around 1:52 PM when the Toyota collided with a cracked power pole after swerving to avoid the bus, which was stationary on the roadway. The school bus remained undamaged, while the Toyota sustained significant damage from the impact.
Emergency response units promptly arrived at the scene to manage traffic and ensure public safety. Lane control measures were implemented, resulting in traffic delays and backups in the area. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and expect congestion as crews work to clear the roadway.
A tow truck was called to the scene to remove the damaged Toyota, and multiple emergency response teams were present to facilitate traffic management. The power pole, although cracked, remained upright, and no further damage to surrounding infrastructure was reported.
As the afternoon traffic continues, drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid potential delays caused by this traffic incident. The situation is being monitored closely to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.